Celebrating 15 Years

Sarah

Delille

VP

Equinor

Houston,

Texas

Industry

Energy

Area of Expertise

Business Development

Immediately Qualified to Serve

Finance

Previous Board Experience

Nonprofit, Private

Sarah Delille is a distinguished international energy executive, known for her visionary leadership and strategic acumen in navigating the complexities of the Oil & Gas (O&G), Renewables, and Low Carbon energy sectors. With a dynamic career spanning over two decades, Sarah has excelled in multiple leadership roles, including Vice President of US Country Management, Vice President of Workplace and Operational Excellence, and Vice President of Business Development. Her strategic initiatives have significantly propelled Equinor’s position in sustainable energy practices, digital transformation, and global market expansion.

Sarah’s proficiency in steering large teams and high-value projects and her pivotal role in developing and executing corporate strategies underscore her exceptional ability to lead through transition and innovation. Her leadership was instrumental in setting Equinor’s US strategy, integrating sustainability and social investment roadmaps, and driving the company’s current and future technologies.

An advocate for continuous learning and development, Sarah has enriched her expertise with executive education from Harvard Business School and the University of California, Berkeley, along with holding a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Ecole Centrale Engineering School, France, and an MBA from IAE: Institut d’Administration des Entreprises, Lille, France.

Sarah’s thought leadership is recognized through her published papers and presentations at premier industry conferences. She is also a recipient of the “Ally Energy Executive GRIT award 2023” highlighting her commitment to growth, resilience, innovation, and talent. Beyond her corporate achievements, Sarah is deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. She serves on the boards of Slingshot, Girls with Impact, and Biatech, leveraging her extensive network and expertise to support startup growth, empower minority teen girls through entrepreneurship, and advance AI and Machine Learning applications.

Fluent in multiple languages, including French, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Norwegian, and Japanese, Sarah brings a global perspective and inclusive approach to her roles. Her passions extend to martial arts, swimming, travel, and reading, reflecting her well-rounded personality and relentless pursuit of knowledge and cultural enrichment.

Sarah Delille’s unparalleled blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and dedication to sustainability and innovation positions her as an invaluable asset to any board seeking to navigate the future of energy and emerging technology.

Code of Conduct: Governing Data & Emerging Tech

Boards are no longer observers of emerging technology; they are stewards of how it’s governed. This panel goes beyond awareness to examine how directors can structure oversight, define accountability, and measure governance effectiveness in AI, data use, and digital innovation. Panelists will share practical strategies for building governance systems that ensure transparency, ethical decision-making, and responsible innovation at scale.

Your First Board Meeting: A Director’s Playbook

Designed for aspiring and newly appointed directors, this session offers practical guidance on how to step confidently into your first boardroom. Learn what to expect in early meetings, how to contribute with purpose, and how to quickly build credibility and trust among seasoned peers. Gain insight into board dynamics, unspoken protocols, and the critical questions new directors should be ready to ask and answer.

Tactics that Work: Case Studies in Navigating Shareholder Activism

In this tactical, director-focused session, participants will engage in case-based exercises to dissect real campaigns and pressure scenarios. From activist letters to proxy fights, explore how boards can craft strategic responses that reinforce governance integrity, protect corporate reputation, and align with long-term priorities. Walk away with actionable tactics and frameworks to strengthen board preparedness in the face of growing investor scrutiny.

Inside the Boardroom: Resilience Planning in Action

This interactive session places directors inside the boardroom during moments of disruption. Through tabletop exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will explore how boards can apply structured frameworks to assess geopolitical risk, anticipate threats, and make decisive decisions under pressure. Designed as a classroom-style session, this breakout provides practical tools to strengthen oversight and build a proactive board response strategy in an increasingly uncertain world.

Reputation & Response: How Boards Navigate Shareholder Activism

As shareholder activism intensifies, boards face mounting pressure to defend strategy, protect corporate reputation, and engage stakeholders with clarity. This panel brings together seasoned directors to explore how boards can respond effectively while maintaining credibility, board alignment, and stakeholder trust. Hear real-world insights on navigating activism in today’s high-stakes, high-visibility environment.

Navigating Global Markets: Trade, Tariffs, and Supply Chain Strategy

As global disruptions reshape business models, this panel will explore how boards can navigate the practical complexities of trade, tariffs, and supply chain shifts across regions. Panelists will share how directors are guiding companies through regulatory changes, sourcing challenges, and new market risks, while seizing opportunities for growth and operational agility.

Strengthening Oversight: Risk Management and Board Resilience

This keynote will equip directors to think globally about risk through the lens of geopolitical foresight, cross-border tensions, and long-term instability. Learn how boards can strengthen oversight and guide enterprise-wide resilience by anticipating disruption and embedding a proactive risk culture in a changing world.